About this role
Job Description General Summary: The Marketing Operations Associate Director supports/facilitates the Communications Review Committee (CRC) review and approval, production, and distribution of branded and non-branded communications for assigned region and other headquarters-based functions. This role manages editorial tasks during internal review of commercial content and drives and maintains consistency in communication and style in commercial pieces between Marketing/Brand teams and other internal stakeholders, agency partners, and the CRC (Medical, Legal, Regulatory) team.
Key Duties and Responsibilities: • Mentors and acts as a key resource for the team on key processes, problem solving, and industry knowledge • Leads creation and implementation of editorial/brand standards and process training materials • Performs initial edit following internal style guide and AMA, as well as captures required changes and proofreads/certifies documents in support of CRC meetings • Trains and on-boards new team members, submitters, and agencies on editorial/brand standards, CRC process, and platform • Collaborates and communicates with agency partners and vendors to drive consistency and process efficiency • Acts as administrator of the electronic review platform, and ensures that all documentation and associated components of final approved projects are archived appropriately Knowledge and Skills: • Understanding of AMA style • Understanding of FDA/PAAB regulatory promotional guidelines • Basic understanding of medical concepts and terminology • Demonstrated success operating in a cross-functional project environment • Excellent written communication skills, presentation delivery, as well as strong interpersonal skills to explain difficult or sensitive information • Attention to detail and committed follow-through in communications to stakeholders • Practical knowledge of pre-press, print production, and editorial activities • Experience working in electronic review system (Veeva Vault Promomats or equivalent) Education and Experience: • Bachelor's degree in English, communications, marketing communications, or related discipline • Typically requires 8 years of experience BioPharma industry in Marketing Communications & Services, Medical Communications, Corporate Communications, or Publishing & Graphic Arts, or the equivalent combination of education and experience
Pay Range: $154,700 - $232,100 Disclosure Statement: The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.
At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations. From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more.
Flex Designation: Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible Flex Eligibility Status: In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as: 1. Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select 2. On-Site: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility. Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex’s Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.
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Company Information Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.
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